Campus Police Officer — Protect, Serve & Engage

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid annual leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement planning

Employee discounts

Well-being resources

Career development

Job summary

VCU Police in downtown Richmond is seeking Police Officers to join a premier campus safety team responsible for protecting students, staff, patients, and visitors. Officers patrol on foot, bicycle, and in cars, respond to complaints, and produce reports.

With 97 sworn officers and 40+ civilians, the unit emphasizes all-out community policing across two campuses. The department offers a competitive starting salary of $61,000–$65,000, along with robust benefits including tuition waiver, health

Qualifications

• Must be Virginia DCJS certified or able to obtain certification within 2 years.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work shifts including nights, weekends, holidays.
• At least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid state driver’s license with a good driving record; U.S. citizenship required.
• Clean criminal record with no felonies or crimes of moral turpitude.
• Ability to work respectfully with a diverse community.
• Ability to work during university closures due to weather or emergencies.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol on foot, bicycle, and in automobiles to ensure campus security.
• Respond to complaints and requests from the university community; generate reports.
• Conduct field contacts and self-initiated activities; respond to radio dispatched calls.
• Support an all-out community policing mission across two campuses in a diverse setting.
• Participate in the selection process and pre-employment requirements as part of recruitment for officers.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

High-stress environment

Community policing

Education

Virginia DCJS certified Law-Enforcement Officer

Two years of college education or equivalent experience

Job description

VCU Police in downtown Richmond is seeking Police Officers to join a premier campus safety team responsible for protecting students, staff, patients, and visitors. Officers patrol on foot, bicycle, and in cars, respond to complaints, and produce reports.

With 97 sworn officers and 40+ civilians, the unit emphasizes all-out community policing across two campuses. The department offers a competitive starting salary of $61,000–$65,000, along with robust benefits including tuition waiver, health